Freedom (Episode #49)

April 27, 2023

In this episode, Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and journalist Jo Confino discuss freedom, exploring a deeper meaning of what it is to be free through a focus on freedom as approached in Buddhism and the Plum Village tradition: something associated with responsibility and commitment. So, what are we trying to be free from?

They further delve into how one can become free within a monastery; liberating moments; working with energy levels; suffering and freedom; collective energy; redefining spaciousness; and letting go of busyness. And how did Thay express freedom in his life and in his practice?

The episode ends with a short meditation on freedom guided by Brother Phap Huu.

Enjoy!

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🔔 The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living is a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives.

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🎙️ The podcast is co-produced by the Plum Village App and Global Optimism with support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation.

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Resources

Plum Village Community

Bhikṣu 

Filial piety 

‘The Fourteen Precepts of Engaged Buddhism’ 

Rains Retreat 2023-24 

Sister Chan Khong 

Freedom Wherever We Go 

‘The Four Dharma Seals of Plum Village’

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